For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,188 students in 29907, SC (there are 2 private schools, serving 516 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 29907, SC are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 29907, SC are Coosa Elementary School, Beaufort High School and Lady's Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 29907 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the South Carolina public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 29907, SC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of South Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 29907, SC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coosa Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
45 Middle Road
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-6100
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Beaufort High School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
84 Sea Island Parkway
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-2000
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Lady's Island Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
73 Chowan Creek Bluff
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-2240
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-2240
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Lady's Island Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
30 Cougar Drive
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-3100
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 322-3100
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
Sea Islands Heritage Academy
Charter School
10-b Holly Hall Road
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 489-8433
Beaufort, SC 29907
(843) 489-8433
Gr: 6-7 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 29907, SC?
The top-ranked public schools in 29907, SC include Coosa Elementary School, Beaufort High School and Lady's Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 29907?
5 public schools are located in 29907.
What percentage of students in 29907 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 29907 are educated in public schools (compared to the SC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 29907?
29907 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the South Carolina public schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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